Climate of Rhode Island, USA
Area-weighted average across Rhode Island. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Rhode Island, a subdivision of United States of America, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -2.7°C / 27.1°F in January to 21.7°C / 71.1°F in July, with rainfall from 85 mm / 3.3 in to 120 mm / 4.7 in depending on the season (1226 mm / 48.3 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -2.7°C27.1°F | 106 mm4.2″ | Snowy |
| February | -2°C28.4°F | 94 mm3.7″ | Snowy |
| March | 2.6°C36.7°F | 111 mm4.4″ | — |
| April | 7.7°C45.9°F | 108 mm4.3″ | — |
| May | 13.4°C56.1°F | 97 mm3.8″ | — |
| June | 18.2°C64.8°F | 94 mm3.7″ | — |
| July | 21.7°C71.1°F | 85 mm3.3″ | — |
| August | 21.3°C70.3°F | 103 mm4.1″ | — |
| September | 17.3°C63.1°F | 98 mm3.9″ | — |
| October | 11.3°C52.3°F | 99 mm3.9″ | — |
| November | 6.3°C43.3°F | 120 mm4.7″ | — |
| December | 0.6°C33.1°F | 111 mm4.4″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Rhode Island?
Rhode Island, United States of America does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 21.7°C / 71.1°F, and the driest is July at 85 mm / 3.3 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Rhode Island?
Rhode Island, United States of America has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -2.7°C / 27.1°F in January to 21.7°C / 71.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 1226 mm / 48.3 in, with the wettest month being November (120 mm / 4.7 in) and the driest July (85 mm / 3.3 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Rhode Island?
The hottest month in Rhode Island is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 21.7°C / 71.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Rhode Island?
The coldest month in Rhode Island is January, with an area-wide average temperature of -2.7°C / 27.1°F.
When does it rain most in Rhode Island?
The wettest month in Rhode Island is November, averaging about 120 mm / 4.7 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 85 mm / 3.3 in.